Northeastern School District
Bobcat eNews - Back to School Edition 2026
Welcome Back... First day for Students Tuesday August 18th!
As summer draws to a close, there is a renewed sense of excitement and anticipation across Northeastern School District. While we hope our students, families, and staff had an opportunity to relax, recharge, and create lasting memories, we are thrilled to welcome everyone back for another outstanding school year.
The beginning of a new school year is filled with possibility. Every August represents a fresh start—a chance to set new goals, embrace new opportunities, build new friendships, and continue growing both inside and outside the classroom. Whether you are joining us for the very first time or returning for another year, we are excited to begin this journey together.
Our dedicated facilitators/teachers, support staff, and administrators have spent the summer preparing our classrooms, schools, and programs to ensure our learners have an exceptional educational experience. From engaging classroom instruction and innovative learning opportunities to athletics, music, the arts, clubs, and countless extracurricular activities, our district offers something for everyone!
I encourage you to... Challenge yourself academically, Get involved in an activity that interests you, Meet someone new, Ask questions and Explore your passions. Some of the most meaningful lessons happen beyond the classroom walls, and the relationships and experiences you build throughout the year will help shape your future.
Thank you to our parents and guardians for your continued partnership. Your involvement plays an invaluable role in the success of our students and our schools. Together, we form a team dedicated to helping every child thrive. I am confident this school year will be filled with growth, achievement, and memorable experiences for all.
On behalf of our Board of School Directors and the entire Northeastern School District team, welcome back! Here's to a safe, successful, and rewarding school year. Go Bobcats!
Warmly,
Dr. Jason Bottiglieri
Superintendent of Schools
Conewago is getting ready for an exciting 2026–2027 school year!
We are looking forward to welcoming our students and families at our Back-to-School Night and Building Preview on Monday, August 17 from 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm. This is a wonderful opportunity for you and your child to meet their teacher, learn about classroom expectations and the exciting curriculum planned for the year, and tour the building.
This year, we are excited to introduce a new mathematics resource, enVision Mathematics from SAVVAS, which will provide engaging lessons and meaningful learning experiences for our students.
At Conewago, we also continue to support positive behavior through our TRACKS program, a K–12 initiative that encourages students to make positive choices and follow our six school-wide expectations. Students are encouraged to demonstrate TRACKS behaviors in the classroom, on the bus, on the playground, and even at home. When students consistently follow TRACKS expectations, they may earn a TRACKS card to enter into a weekly or marking-period prize drawing, along with a TRACKS sticker. Our students are highly motivated by this program and look forward to celebrating their positive choices!
We are so excited to welcome everyone back in just a few short weeks. We can't wait to partner with our families to make the 2026–2027 school year a fun, successful, and memorable one. See you on August 17!
We are ready to get back to school at Mt. Wolf Elementary!
Looking ahead to the 2026-27 school year, we are excited to introduce Savvas Envision as our new math curriculum resource for Kindergarten through 8th Grade. This resource directly supports our curriculum standards, which will be a benefit to the students and staff. We continue with the TRACKS changes we introduced last year, recognizing students who are “caught on TRACKS” every day. We will be visited in January by the Night of Wonder Astronomy mobile planetarium to bring the stars inside. The PTO has been working hard planning lots of special events, including book fairs, fundraisers, and several evening activities.
Mark your calendars for our Back to School Night/Building Preview on Monday, August 17, 2026 from 5:00pm-6:30pm, and our first day of school on Tuesday, August 18, 2026. We can’t wait to see everyone back at Mt. Wolf!
Welcome back to another wonderful year at Orendorf Elementary!
We are excited to welcome our students, families, and staff as we begin a year filled with learning, growth, and connection. Through our PBIS framework, T.R.A.C.K.S., we celebrate learning, kindness, and making positive choices every day. Students will explore the world through CKLA's engaging science and social studies experiences while building strong math skills with our new SAVAAS program.
We hope you'll join us for our Back-to-School Bash on August 13, including our Kindergarten Playground Play Date from 5:00–6:00 p.m. and our whole-school Movie Night from 6:00–7:00 p.m. We can't wait to see everyone and make this an amazing year together!
Welcome Back to a New Year at York Haven!
It is hard to believe that in just a few short weeks we will be welcoming our students and staff back for another exciting school year at York Haven Elementary!
We are looking forward to another year of learning, growth, and creating lasting memories. This year, we are excited to launch our new mathematics program, SAVVAS enVision Mathematics, which will provide engaging, hands-on learning experiences and help our students continue to build strong mathematical thinking and problem-solving skills.
We will also continue to strengthen our positive school culture through our T.R.A.C.K.S. PBIS program. Students will continue participating in our daily Kindness Circles, where they will build relationships, practice empathy, and develop the social-emotional skills that help make York Haven such a caring and supportive school community.
We invite all of our families to join us for our Back-to-School Night and Building Preview on Monday, August 17, from 5:00–6:30 PM. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet your child's teacher, visit classrooms, explore the school, and help your child become comfortable before the first day of school.
Enjoy the remainder of your summer, and we look forward to seeing you soon!
Shallow Brook is gearing up for an amazing 2026-2027 school year!
To enhance your child's learning, we are introducing a new math resource this year: enVision Mathematics by Savvas. This program brings engaging lessons and meaningful learning experiences into our classrooms.
We look forward to welcoming our students and families back to school! Please join us for our Building Preview on Monday, August 17, from 4:00–6:00 PM. This evening is a wonderful opportunity to visit classrooms, explore the school together, and help your child feel comfortable and excited before the first day.
Later that week, we invite you to our official Back-to-School Night on Thursday, August 20, from 5:00–6:30 PM. This event is a fantastic opportunity for you and your child to meet their teacher, tour the building, and learn about classroom expectations and the exciting curriculum planned for the year.
There will be an introduction to new technology. Our 4th and 5th graders are transitioning from Chromebooks to Apple iPads. This change brings increased student engagement and enhanced security features for safer online learning.
Enjoy the remainder of your summer, and we look forward to seeing you soon!
Learning Never Takes a Summer Break
As we move through the summer break, the team at SFI remains dedicated to ensuring each school year is even better than the last.
This summer, five of our exceptional teachers spent two weeks at the University of Notre Dame participating in the prestigious Notre Dame STEM Fellowship. Now in its second year of a three-year cycle, this program is highly selective, placing our team among just eight schools chosen nationwide.
We are incredibly proud of their dedication and look forward to seeing these advanced instructional practices come to life this fall. Not only will this fellowship enrich their own classrooms, but our fellows will also be sharing their insights and strategies to inspire and support all the educators in our building.
Welcome back, Middle School families!
Welcome back, Middle School families! We are thrilled to welcome our returning 8th graders and officially greet our incoming 7th grade class. The middle school years are full of new opportunities to explore interests, take on leadership roles, and build lasting friendships. We are especially excited to launch our building-wide book study this year as a way to build culture and enhance community in our school. Our teachers and staff are ready to challenge and inspire every student in our building.
We are so excited to see you on August 18th!
Welcome Back, Bobcats!
We are excited to welcome all of our students and families back to Northeastern High School for the 2026–2027 school year! As we begin another year of learning and growth, we look forward to the opportunities and experiences that lie ahead.
As a reminder, our high school renovation project is still underway and will continue through its anticipated completion in August 2028. We appreciate your patience and flexibility as we work through the temporary changes that come with this exciting transformation. Please continue to check your email regularly for important updates regarding school events, construction progress, parking, and other logistical information.
While there may be some temporary inconveniences along the way, we are confident that the finished project will provide an outstanding learning environment for our students for years to come.
Finally, please remember that Picture Day will take place on the first day of school for all students, including seniors. We look forward to seeing everyone soon and wish all of our Bobcats a fantastic start to the new school year!
Right At School... Before and After School Care Program
A reminder... Right at School, a nationally recognized before-and after-school enrichment provider, will operate at all of the Northeastern Elementary Schools in the 2026-27 school year. Right At School will offer before and after school programming to Kindergarten through 6th grade students beginning on the first day of school. Shallow Brook and Spring Forge Intermediate students can attend before and after school at Orendorf Elementary School.
For families who wish to participate in this program, it will be available before school starting at 6:30 a.m. and after school until 6:00 p.m. every day school is in session. Families can register directly with Right At School and create flexible monthly schedules to support their busy lives.
Right At School will provide staffing and a comprehensive enrichment curriculum to keep students engaged and active. Students will have a healthy snack, engage in dynamic fitness activities, participate in hands-on projects, team building, and leadership development, and have the opportunity to complete homework. The program also features a thematic curriculum aligned with academic and social-emotional learning standards.
More information and registration: https://www.nebobcats.org/community/nesd-right-at-school-childcare/
Making the First Day Memorable — in All the Right Ways!
Starting kindergarten is a major milestone for both students and families. For many of our youngest Bobcats, this marks the very first time they’re stepping away from the comforting arms of a parent or guardian and into a new and unfamiliar world. It’s a big transition — and one we take seriously.
Our elementary buildings now implement a new approach to help ease this important first step. Instead of bringing all kindergarten students in on the same day, we use a staggered start model — and the impact is remarkable.
By welcoming only half of the kindergarten class on each of the first two days, we were able to give students a more personalized and calm introduction to school. This approach allows teachers to focus on smaller groups of just 9–10 children, rather than managing an entire classroom of 18–20 new learners all at once. With fewer students, our staff can provide individualized attention, ease first-day nerves, and build meaningful connections right from the start.
The result? A smoother, more joyful transition — not just for the students, but for families and staff as well. Teachers were more relaxed and able to focus on creating a warm and welcoming environment, which in turn helped our kindergartners feel safe, confident, and excited to begin their journey.
Here’s how it will work:
August 18 – Half of the kindergarten students will attend
August 19 – The other half will attend
August 20 – All kindergarten students attend together for the first time
We know that first impressions matter, especially in these early days of learning. With this thoughtful approach, we’re proud to set the stage for a successful, memorable start — and a strong foundation for years to come.
Northeastern School District is thrilled to welcome you to BOLT – Bobcats Online Learning Together! This dynamic and flexible cyber learning option lets students stay connected as proud Northeastern Bobcats while enjoying a virtual learning experience tailored to their needs.
With BOLT, you can:
- Earn a Northeastern School District diploma
- Stay involved in school athletics, clubs, and activities
- Access top-notch learning services while enjoying the flexibility of online education
Ready to learn on your terms while staying a part of the Bobcat family? Explore this website to dive into the details and discover how to apply today!
For more information contact: Principal of Online Learning - Devin Moyer
moyerd@nebobcats.org (717) 266-3667 (ext. 10550)
Parents of students who walk or ride a bike to school are encouraged to talk with their child about the importance of obeying traffic control signals, safely walking on the sidewalks, and crossing roadways within designated crosswalks.
Northeastern School District continues to utilize Pennsylvania's Safe2Say Something program, a confidential and anonymous reporting system that allows students, parents, and community members to report concerns about potential threats, bullying, self-harm, or other behaviors that could impact school safety. Reports are reviewed 24/7, shared with school officials and our School Resource Officers so they can respond quickly when appropriate. If you have a concern, you can submit a report through the Safe2Say Something website, or by calling 1-844-SAF2SAY (1-844-723-2729).
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This downloadable document outlines the district’s Communication Pathways, which help guide where to direct questions and concerns. Most issues can be resolved in Steps 1 or 2; however, additional steps are provided if further support is needed.
